Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in the residential construction industry is essential., Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment., Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with project management software., Ability to communicate effectively and prioritize tasks..

Key responsibilities:

Accurately estimate total project costs through detailed line-item bids.

Review and finalize scopes submitted by the field team for submittal.

Collaborate with the field team to ensure timely and accurate bid submissions.

Create and revise change order estimates based on client feedback.

Job description

ISTA Personnel Solutions SA is a dynamic and fast-growing BPO company based in South Africa, specializing in providing top-tier operational support to U.S.-based organizations. We are not a recruitment agency—we are a dedicated extension of our clients’ teams, delivering high-quality service with precision, efficiency, and a personal touch.

WE ARE HIRING!

We are seeking a residential construction Estimator to join our growing team. The Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the total costs associated with a project by executing a detailed line-item bid with unit costs. The ideal candidate has experience in the residential construction industry, must have attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines.

PLEASE NOTE:

Working Hours: Aligned with U.S. Eastern Standard Time (EST) Monday to Friday (14:30pm - 23:30pm SA Time)
Work Environment: This is a remote role for South African Citizens only.
Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.

Tasks:

Review scopes submitted by the field team and finalize for submittal
Identify required repairs via photos and build/update bid
Prepare detailed line-item estimates.
Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors.
Maintain matrix pricing database
Work collaboratively with field team to submit accurate bids on-time
Transpose approved bids to client specific software’s
Revise bids per client revisions
Create change order estimates and submit to clients
Delegate to offshore Project Administrators as required

Requirements

Professional Qualifications & Skills:

Ability to determine quantity of work scope, compile accurate estimates and hard bid packages with line-item breakdowns
Demonstrated ability to prioritize
Ability to deliver to deadlines for multiple concurrent projects
Ability to value engineer a project
Ability to communicate in an efficient and professional manner

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of standard computer systems and ability to adapt to new software.
Good understanding of Microsoft Excel
Good understanding of MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Good understanding of utilizing web resources.

If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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